One of the ways we can communicate is through text, written communication - using words but without speech. This could be a written report, in an e-mail, text message and any other forms of electronic communication or hand written communication. This can be a really positive way of communication especially when someone doesn't feel comfortable speaking aloud they could write their thoughts or feeling down. For example if someone wouldn't open up to a counsellor about their problems the counsellor could get them to write a story and a lot can be told about the persons feelings by looking at the sort of words etc. that they had used. Also doctors could pass on information more easily and confidentially through text e.g. analyses of patient’s blood results conveyed in letter which will make the information clear. Or a summary in writing to the patient of what was discussed at the meeting so they can be sure they understood the message sent.
Formal communication includes all the instances where communication has to occur in a set formal format. Typically this can include all sorts of business communication or corporate communication. The style of communication in this form is very formal and official. Official conferences, meetings and written memos and